WAEC Chemistry Past Questions & Answers - Page 149

741.

If 100 atoms of element X contains 70 atoms of 9X and 30 atoms of 11X, calculate the relative atomic mass of X

A.

9.6

B.

10.6

C.

11.6

D.

20.0

Correct answer is A

No explanation has been provided for this answer.

742.

How many protons does 4020Ca contain?

A.

20

B.

30

C.

40

D.

60

Correct answer is A

No explanation has been provided for this answer.

743.

Which of the following scientists discovered the neutron?

A.

Ernest Rutherford

B.

J.J Thompson

C.

James Chadwick

D.

R. A. M illikan

Correct answer is C

No explanation has been provided for this answer.

744.

Which of the following alloys is mainly used in making statues?

A.

Brass

B.

Bronze

C.

Duralumin

D.

Steel

Correct answer is B

No explanation has been provided for this answer.

745.

Aluminium is a good roofing material because it

A.

is strong and does not conduct heat and electricity

B.

readily absorbs light

C.

forms an oxide film over its surface which prevents corrosion

D.

is flexible and can conduct heat

Correct answer is C

The thin coat of aluminum oxide formed prevents further attack of the metal by atmospheric oxygen and water.